2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac Solstice would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Pontiac Solstice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 2010 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Solstice | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
